The fattest cities in England – locations the place 75% or extra of adults are obese
The latest figures from the Office for Health Improvement & Disparities recognized the fattest locations in England the place adults over the age of 18 had been categorised as obese or obese.
The prime seven cities had 75 p.c or extra residents belonging to this class.
Worryingly, people who find themselves obese or overweight have the next threat of many severe health issues, starting from heart disease to most cancers and osteoarthritis to diabetes.
The 2021/22 information was primarily based on Active Lives Adult Survey which measures the bodily exercise ranges of adults, youngsters and younger folks throughout England.
Located in Eastern England, South Holland, which is an area authorities district of Lincolnshire, got here prime of the record, with 77.6 p.c of residents being classed as obese or overweight.
This was adopted by West Lindsey (77.3 p.c) and Wakefield (76.4 p.c).
Andy Fox, Assistant Director of Public Health, stated: “We know that overweight and obese numbers are too high across the country.
“The impact of Covid has meant that many people have found it harder to maintain a healthy weight.
“Getting the right support is important to effectively tackle this issue, which is why the county council is investing further in helping children and families to work together in a fun way to get healthier through our ‘Gloji Energy’ offer.
“Managed by One You Lincolnshire, they also offer support to adults who are overweight who would like to get healthier, including help to eat better, move more, drink less and to give up smoking.”
According to the info, the highest seven locations with the best charges of obese or overweight folks had been:
- South Holland (77.6 p.c)
- West Lindsey (77.3 p.c)
- Wakefield (76.4 p.c)
- South Tyneside (76.3 p.c)
- Hartlepool (76.2 p.c)
- Walsall (75.3 p.c)
- County Durham (75.2 p.c)
However, Anna Hartley, Director of Public Health at Wakefield Council believes that the info doesn’t illustrate the entire image.
Hartley stated: “This was a small-scale survey, involving around 500 people in Wakefield so we don’t believe this accurately reflects the situation across our district.
“However, obesity and excess weight is a major issue, locally, nationally and globally.
“We are currently developing a Healthy Weight Strategy, supporting people living in our district to live healthy lives, as we believe prevention is better than cure. This will include promoting physical activity, healthy planning guidance and re-designing our weight management services to ensure those living with excess weight can access the support that they need.
“We believe that rising obesity levels are not just about personal choices. Having a healthy weight is influenced by many factors, such as the environment around us and the opportunities people have to live a healthy life.”
Similarly to South Holland and Wakefield, Walsall, who got here sixth on the record, can also be attempting to sort out this difficulty.
Stephen Gunther, Director of Public Health at Walsall Council, stated: “The Holiday Activities and Food Programme (HAF) enables families and children in Walsall to access healthy food and physical activity provision during school holidays, and our commissioned Food for Life programme has helped 16,058 children to benefit from understanding food, growing fruit and vegetables and eating healthier and nutritious foods.
“We encourage being active and hydration and nutrition through our 8 Steps to Wellbeing.
“Support is available in several ways to help individuals understand what is important to keep healthy, well and independent.”